Houses Up For Soundproofing Will Be Tested

July 19, 1996|By Annemarie Mannion.

BENSENVILLE — The village has selected 120 homes that may be soundproofed at the City of Chicago's expense.

Village Manager Michael Allison said the homes were selected based on their proximity to O'Hare International Airport. Now, engineers will visit each home to determine the decibel level when jets pass overhead.

Homes where the noise level is more than 45 decibels will be eligible for soundproofing.

A lawsuit against the City of Chicago allows for the soundproofing of 600 homes. Allison said soundproofing measures may include new insulation, doors and windows. He said it is estimated that soundproofing will cost between $15,000 to $20,000 per house.